Electronic Arts

Battlefield is a storied franchise renowned for uncompromising combat gameplay for over two decades. 100 million players and 5 billion hours played later, the Battlefield team is looking to define the future of the first-person shooter. Composed of 4 world-class studios across Criterion, DICE, Motive and Ripple Effect – all powered by the Battlefield Central Technology (BCT) team – what’s forming on the horizon is a connected Battlefield universe filled with immersive experiences built on our unique DNA.

This is an opportunity to join us at either our UK or Sweden based studios, Criterion (UK) or DICE (Sweden) - where you will help shape the future of Battlefield! Two studios with a rich history of crafting award-winning games with passion and innovation – we offer an inclusive environment where your ideas shine and you can unleash your creativity. We value collaboration, diverse perspectives, and creating the best experiences for our players - that continues to impact in the world of FPS. We’re all-in on the future and our most ambitious Battlefield yet. 

Want to be part of something special? Read on.

We are looking for a Game Design Director to lead the creative vision on Battlefield. You will oversee all aspects of game design, from concept ideation to final execution. Reporting to the Creative Director and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure that experiences and gameplay mechanics deliver an immersive and captivating gaming experience. As the driving force behind our game projects, you will need to have, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and an aptitude for innovation. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of game design and are eager to lead a talented team of developers towards creating groundbreaking Battlefield experiences, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Define the design and direction of the game inline with the project´s creative vision.

• Oversee the development process from concept to final release.

• Collaborate with design, art, programming, and production teams.

• Ensure the game meets quality standards and player expectations.

• Ensure regular playtesting is conducted and feedback is evaluated

• Adjust game design based on feedback and testing results. 

• Present project updates to senior management.

• Review all game design content and assets.

• Provide leadership and mentorship to senior design team members.

• Collaborate to ensure the game is completed on time and within budget.

• Coordinate with external partners.

• Work with marketing and PR teams to promote the game.

• Foster a positive and creative and inclusive work environment.

• Stay updated with competitors, industry trends and incorporate new technologies

• Support and encourage a mindset of diversity and inclusion not just in the workplace, but in the content we create

• Determine the production priorities, high-level schedule and eventual scope adjustments with the Producers and other senior partners, to ensure the game is completed on time and within budget. 

Requirements 

• Extensive shipped AAA HD experience in a Design Leadership role

• You will be experienced with successful game projects, first person shooter games in particular.

• Strong leadership and communication skills.

• Excellent understanding of game design principles.

• You will create immersive, high-quality gaming experiences.

• Ability to inspire and motivate a team and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Ability to make critical decisions under pressure.

• Experience with playtesting and gathering player feedback.

• You will have a background managing budgets and resources.

• Understanding of legal and regulatory requirements in game development.

• Knowledge of current industry trends and technologies.

• Interested in video games both as a creator and as a player with an Interest in a varied genre of games, especially first person shooters